PwC
EM Aug 26 Deals CMAS Digital Accounting Advisory - SA
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Line of Service
Advisory
Industry/Sector
Not Applicable
Specialism
Deals
Management Level
Senior Associate
Job Description & Summary
Open to SA2s only
Location: London EP
Qualifications: ACA Exam & Time qualified (or international equivalent)
Closing Date: 31st July, 1200
About Us
From planning and executing capital markets transactions to navigating regulatory change and complex accounting – we support our clients every step of the way. We are a market-leading team working on some of the most high-profile IPOs, M&A deals, capital markets transactions, and accounting advisory / finance transformation projects across a wide range of clients and sectors.
Within this, our CMAS Digital team is at the forefront of transforming how we deliver services by embedding technology into everything we do. We combine deep technical accounting knowledge with digital skills to develop innovative solutions for clients that drive efficiency, insight, and quality. Whether it's building financial reporting data models, streamlining complex processes, or exploring the latest in Gen-AI, we are redefining what advisory services look like in today’s market. We are transforming how we deliver accounting and capital markets advice by combining technical accounting expertise with innovative digital solutions to meet today’s most pressing client challenges.
Role overview
As a team of specialists your role as a Senior Associate in CMAS will involve applying technical expertise to solve problems and advise clients as they navigate changes in their business.
Specifically, we are looking for a Digital Accountant with a strong background in accounting and audit, with experience and skills in the use of data analytic tools and advanced Excel (financial modelling experience desirable but not required). We are looking for agile and flexible individuals who are able to identify tech-enabled solutions to client problems using a mix of technical accounting and reporting expertise allied with the right digital mindset.
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We are also looking for individuals who are adept at learning new technologies quickly, to help our clients enhance their existing accounting and reporting processes through digitisation and automation of the preparation of financial information including those required for deals (e.g. carve-out accounts preparation).
Key responsibilities:
- Advise and assist clients in developing practical solutions to complex accounting and reporting issues under IFRS, UK GAAP and/or US GAAP.
- Utilise technology tools such as Alteryx, Power Query, and Power BI to help clients to automate accounting and reporting processes and solve complex accounting and reporting issues.
- Preparation of accounting position papers, accounting analyses, historical financial information, financial statements, and carve-out accounts.
- The ability to manage time, prioritise tasks, problem solve, self review your work and produce deliverables of a high quality under tight client deadlines in time pressured environments.
- Agile adaptation to new tools and practices in data analytics as part of continuous professional development.
Essential skills and qualifications:
- Chartered accountant (ACA, ACCA or equivalent).
- Minimum of two years' experience in accounting, preferably with an audit background or CMAS/deals experience.
- Proficiency to an intermediate level with extensive day to day use and/or certifications in Alteryx, Power Query, Power BI, or similar data analysis tools at an intermediate level or higher - can give examples / ideally demos of what they have built.
- Proficiency in Excel to advanced level - can give examples / ideally demos of what they have built.
- Demonstrated ability to understand and manage technical accounting issues. Financial modelling experience and/or US GAAP experience is beneficial, but not critical.
- Agility in learning and mastering new data analytics tools and accounting technologies on the job.
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Optional Skills
Accepting Feedback, Accepting Feedback, Accounting Advisory, Accounting Modeling, Accounting Policies, Active Listening, Alteryx (Automation Platform), Analytical Thinking, Benchmarking, Capital Market Engagement, Capital Markets Transactions, Capital Raising, Carve-Out Financial Statements, Communication, Corporate Governance, Creativity, Deal Structures, Debt Raising, Embracing Change, Emotional Regulation, Empathy, Equity Compensation, Financial Accounting, Financial Modeling, Financial Reporting {+ 29 more}
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No
Government Clearance Required?
No
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